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Hong Kong passes its first Cybersecurity Law to safeguard critical infrastructure

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Hong Kong’s Legislative Council passed the Protection of Critical Infrastructures (Computer Systems) Bill (the “CI Bill”) on March 19, 2025. This landmark legislation aims to enhance cybersecurity and minimize disruptions...more

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Key Regulatory Updates for Hong Kong Listed Companies - September/October 2024

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The updates include an information paper on implementing an uncertificated securities market, and a joint announcement on an enhanced timeframe for a new listing application process....more

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SEHK Suspends Trading in Hong Kong Listed Company Pursuant to SFC’s Directions

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The SFC exercises its powers to order the suspension of trading in shares in a listed company to protect investors’ interests. On 15 April 2024, The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (SEHK) suspended trading in the...more

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Recent guidance brings OFAC in line with domestic and global compliance trends

On May 2, 2019, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued guidance titled “A Framework for OFAC Compliance Commitments” (Guidance), providing direction regarding what OFAC considers to...more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

China’s ‘One Belt, One Road’ Initiative Creates Opportunities and Regulatory Challenges

In a time of shifting opinions on the benefits of globalization, China’s “One Belt, One Road” initiative (OBOR) offers an unexpected bright spot for multinational companies able and willing to participate in this...more

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This Week In Securities Litigation

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The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act was a key focus this week. The DOJ announced a new one year Pilot Program which holds the promise of a significant reduction in penalties if the firm self-reports and takes a series of steps....more

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Hong Kong SFC Continues To Step Up Its Enforcement Action amidst Enhanced Regulation of IPO Sponsors

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With the date for the introduction of the new regulatory regime for IPO sponsors now just a matter of weeks away on October 1, 2013, the Hong Kong market has witnessed further action taken by the Securities and Futures...more

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